Teaching Assistant

@ ISP Broward LLC / ISP Broward Holdings LLC
ISP Broward LLC / ISP Broward Holdings LLCispbrowardllc/ispbrowardholdingsllc.com

Teaching Assistant

Pembroke Pines, FL
Posted 3 weeks ago

About the job

Montessori Academy of Broward provides child-centered education for ages infancy-8th grade, emphasizing independence, empathy, and lifelong learning. As an affiliate of the American Montessori Society, we foster a joyful environment that nurtures each student's development and prepares them for tomorrow's world.

Requirements

  • Passionate about early childhood education
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to lift 50 lbs
  • Familiar with safety guidelines
  • Experience in early childhood preferred

Qualifications

  • High School Graduate
  • Understanding of child development
  • Teamwork skills
  • Professional growth mindset

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Job Description

Montessori Academy of Broward (MAB) provides a child-centered, developmentally focused education from infancy through 8th grade, nurturing each student’s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth. As an American Montessori Society-affiliated school, MAB emphasizes independence, empathy, social justice, and lifelong learning, fostering a joyful environment where students unlock their unique potential and prepare for tomorrow's world. MAB is a member of the International Schools Partnership (ISP), a consortium of high performing international schools located across the globe. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Support the lead teacher with lesson planning and execution 

  • Assist with classroom schedule and room arrangements 

  • Keep classroom and hallway bulletin boards looking neat and inviting 

  • Assists with meals, toileting and hand washing of students 

  • Committed to continuous improvement through professional development 

  • Maintain positive relationships with families, assisting lead teacher in addressing concerns to parents 

  • Understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational needs 

  • Familiarity with safety and sanitation guidelines for classrooms 

  • Perform other duties as assigned 

Skills 

  • Passionate about early childhood education; innovative, and positive in the face of challenges 

  • Bilingual preferred | English Required 

  • Effective oral and written communication skills 

  • Proficiency in educational technology is preferred. 

  • Collaborative practitioner who works well with colleagues 

  • Must be able to lift 50lbs 

 

Qualifications  

  • High School Graduate 

 

Experience 

  • Previous teaching experience in early childhood desired 

Physical Requirements: The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling.  

Benefits: We offer a benefits package for eligible employees that can include health benefits, retirement contributions, and paid time off. 

E-Verify Participation: ISP U.S. participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

Florida Background Check Process with Clearinghouse:  The Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse (Clearinghouse) is a system for background screening results of individuals required by law to undergo screening for employment in positions that provide services to vulnerable populations, as mandated by section 435.12, Florida Statutes. All background checks are conducted via the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. More details can be found via https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ 


ISP Principles


Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding

and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.


Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.


Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.


Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.


Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.

ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles

ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.

ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.

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